49 Christopher Littlefield: The hidden tax on performance: Unseen work

Most leaders believe they understand how work gets done.But much of what people do every day remains unseen.In this episode, Ewa Hutmacher sits down with Chris Littlefield — employee appreciation expert and conflict resolution specialist — to explore what happens when the work behind the work isn’t visible.Because when people don’t feel appreciated or recognized, tension builds, frustration builds, and communication can begin to break down over time.Chris challenges a common assumption:that appreciation is about what we say.Instead, he describes it as a skill — the ability to see, understand, and acknowledge what others contribute.And that shift matters.Because what leaders recognize shows people what they actually see — and what they don’t.So the question is: what are you not seeing today?Learn more about Christopher Littlefield This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ewahutmacher.substack.com